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More than two decades after the appearance of the first wireless networks, wireless technology has truly come of age. Sluggish, expensive, and frequently incompatible systems have given way to standards-based equipment that can deliver data at Ethernet speeds, providing secure, reliable and affordable wireless LAN (WLAN) connections. As a result, organizations around the world are deploying wireless networks to increase employee productivity and responsiveness, reduce costs, and overcome obstacles to traditional wired connections. With its tremendous potential, wireless is becoming an attractive technology for a wide range of organizations such as business, education, and government.
According to a recent Gartner study, among U.S. businesses with 100 or more employees, it's estimated that at least one out of 10 has either piloted or implemented WLAN technology. A wide variety of industries are deploying WLAN technology to enhance their wired networks, or as a standalone networking environment—and the adoption rate is rapidly growing.
The reason is clear: WLANs can deliver a fast, measurable return on investment (ROI). Wireless devices enable users to be constantly connected from virtually anywhere: a desk, a conference room, the coffee shop, a show room or factory floor, or another building on a corporate or academic campus. This ability enables users to boost their personal productivity, efficiency, and responsiveness. At the same time, wireless technology enhances collaboration and cooperation with colleagues, business partners, and customers.
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